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Cutie Honey: Live Action (2004)
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I love bubble bath time. Makes me feel so good. Meow. Hey, it's uncle Uzuki. Hello, Uncle? Hi Honey. I finally found what you were talking about. It was entrusted to me by... Uncle? What the... Uncle? What happened? No time to waste. Honey Flash! Uh-oh! Not enough energy. Shoot. Nothing to wear. Garbage Bag This'll have to do. - A garbage bag? - What the... Thanks a lot. Ah, my belly's full. But can I make it? Honey Flash! Emergency deployment confirmed. Roger. All gates blocked. Request for cooperation from MLI and the Tokyo Governor approved. Central Government and Kanagawa forces in position. Perfect. Trapped like a rat. Chief. Chief. Status report. Yes Ma'am. At present, Dr. Uzuki is unhurt. The kidnappers' demands? At this time, none. In broad daylight. How dare they. Let's talk direct. Attention! Release the Doctor and surrender. Do you think you can escape? Boring. Not even a good time-killer. What? I didn't hear you. Too soft. It's not so easy. You think you've got the upper hand on Panther Claw gang? Panther Claw? Indeed. I am one of the Four Claws. Gold Claw. How 'bout having some fun with me? Chief. Battle is strength in numbers. Fire! You killed each other? That was close. Are you okay? They're okay. Get 'em. Keep your nose out of it. I can take care of this little problem. Sorry. So insistent. Boss Gold Claw. What? We lost Dr. Uzuki. What? Bye bye. A traitor? That soldier beat me up. Fool. Follow them. I found him. Here he is. Boss Gold Claw, I captured Dr. Uzuki. You wasted my time. So sorry. Attention! You in the strange armor. We now have Dr. Uzuki. Disarm and give up. Fool. You're talking nonsense. We have him. Whoa! The real Dr. Uzuki. That means... You are not Dr. Uzuki. What took you so long? Honey Flash! Who the hell are you? I'll tell you... Sometimes I'm a speed racer. Sometimes I'm a policewoman. A Panther Claw soldier. Even a double for Dr. Uzuki. Who I am is... Warrior of Love, Cutie Honey! Cutie Honey She's a girl who's always on the scene A girl with a cute behind Please look my way, Honey 'Cause somehow, 'cause somehow Pretty please, pretty please Don't hurt me like this My heart is... Tickling, tickling Please don't look at me that way Honey Flash! I will transform Hey you, Panther Claw. Surrender. I can have fun with you. She's a girl who's always on the scene A girl with perfect boobs Please look my way, Honey 'Cause somehow, 'cause somehow Pretty please, pretty please Don't come any closer My nose is... Twitching, twitching Please don't look at me that way Honey Flash! Let's have fun, Chickadee! Ready when you are! Gold Attack! Ouch, that hurt. Yes. Now the fun's over, Chickadee. Gold Missile! Saucy. Hey, where's Dr. Uzuki? I'm not done having fun, but I have a delivery to make! Bye Chickadee! Not so fast. Honey Boomerang! I can't believe it. Uncle? He's okay. Just unconscious. Thank God. I'm police inspector Aki Natsuko. You're under arrest. Detained at 11:22. Not impressed with your unlawful arrest. - Who are you? - Hayami Seiji. - What the... - Journalist. Why is a citizen here? Let alone the media? Good question. An unidentified party. Arrest him. Yes, ma'am. Just like that? It's not fair. Both of you, this way. Cool. Trying to escape? Yep. Don't have much time. Honey Flash! Damn. I've lost my lead. Happiness is not coming my way So I am going toward happiness Good morning everyone. Good morning. Good morning. It's not "good morning". It's good afternoon. Yes... Good morning. Gimme a break. I wish someone would fire that girl. Young people nowadays are slackers. No juice in them. "Serial Abduction of Beautiful Girls!" Yummy. Miss Kisaragi. Yes, sorry! I'll only eat or sing. Don't do either. Just work, work. Serve tea to everyone. Yes, right away. Ouch! Well... who's working the hardest? Good job. Here's some tea. Here you are. This is for your hard work. Thanks. Take a break. All done. What a useless temp. First is the section chief and his assistant, okay? Then, the chief clerk and his. Next is me, and then go by age. When are you gonna get our procedures? I thought my way could make people happy. Are you stupid? How old are you? Almost one year since I was re-born. You're talking nonsense. Don't you think we'd better fire her? "Do Not Enter" These facts are hard to believe. But they're true. Please read my report. The fact is that the Tokyo Bay Aqualine was disrupted and... there's no clear repair schedule nor any trace of a criminal group. This is a disgrace! There was the precious metals heist. The serial abductions. Media fodder. It's a huge headache... Perfect. Chief, some coffee. Don't bother. - So what should we... - Wait for my orders. How long have I been doing people's work in exchange for rice balls? Anyway, I love rice balls, so it's okay. Good job today. Where should we go for dinner? How about a movie and then dinner? Lucky them. I wanna have fun with them, too. But I should stay and finish today's work. Working overtime again? Yep. I can't say no to rice balls. Well, keep at it. This is for you. Thanks so much. Yummy! Your homemade rice balls are so tasty! Oh, I can help you. - Yeah, help me? - Sure, no problem. Morning, pussy cat. You came to see me again. Hey, are you listening? Oh, I've gotta call my uncle. Hello, Dr. Uzuki is not available now. He's with the Panther Claw gang. Even if you have a message, just give up and please hang up. Oh, no! What're you talking about? Can't trust people to do a job properly. Aki Natsuko. I'll start with... the leads I have. Where's Ms. Kisaragi? Not here. Looks like she's late. Again? What the hell? Inspector Aki Natsuko, Central Government. I'm not leaking any info. I don't want to catch hell from upstairs. Chief. Please sign last month's invoice. Good timing. Give me a status update. What the...? Proof? Why the hell are you asking? I'm not telling. Stop busting my balls. I thought I could find some clues at the police station. You seem to be in some trouble, lady. We met at the...? Yes. Let me introduce myself properly. Hayami Seiji, journalist. Nice to see you again. Thank you. You're way cuter than I've heard. You live up to the name "Cutie Honey". Whoa, you don't need to use the i-System. How come you know? My profession. Searching for the truth is my job. Why are you here? To give you a clue. Why to me? 'Cause I'm on your side. On my side? Why are the Panther Claw warriors so powerful? Because nano-machines have been fused into their bodies. You must know about it well. It sure sounds like a system I've heard about before. No way. Right. The technology your deceased father Dr. Kisaragi developed... i-System has the same principle. Could that be what they want? As you said, your father was killed because of it. Now Dr. Uzuki, who's taken over the research, has been kidnapped. First, my father was killed. Now my uncle... Do you want to know more? Yeah, I do. Then let's make a deal. What was that just now? A token of our new acquaintanceship. What kind of deal? Exclusive rights to interview you. I want to hear everything, too. How did you know that I can't refuse women, Natty? "Natty?" Natty, hey Natty. The Panther Claw gang, a criminal group... Are the ultimate egotists, and don't choose how to satisfy their needs. Also, their bodies are armed with countless weapons. They're a dreadful gang. So that's the Panther Claw gang... Who is the head? The boss is called "Sister Jill". Sister Jill... It's been too long, Sister Jill. You've returned to us from Panther Zora. We are so pleased. Are you going all alone? Of course. This is a job for police. Okay. At least let me drive you. I'll walk. Investigating is based on legwork. - Natty, I'll cooperate with you. - No need. - I'll join you. - Pesky. Stubborn. Well, I'll be going. All I can depend on is the system. Right. Follow my orders. It's been too long, Sister Jill. I'm delighted to see your unchanged beauty. Let us celebrate her 2,222nd awakening! From the four of us... Small tokens of our appreciation. Black Claw. Cobalt Claw. Gold Claw. Scarlet Claw. Firstly, 10,000 warriors in servitude to Great Jill. Followed by your meal... A fresh supply of women for a year. As pleases you, weapons made of pure gold. Strong and beautiful. Finally, as stunningly monumental as you wished... The newly constructed "Jill Tower". If you have any further requests, we patiently await them. And will most happily fulfill them. Boring. Nothing has changed in this incredibly boring world. Oh, Great Jill. One final thing... I would like to inform you... Even so, Panther Claw killed my dad, and now Uncle is wrapped up in this. You can't forgive them? Of course not! Revenge will leave you empty. Better stop it. What do you mean? Hate doesn't suit you. If you battle them out of hate, it wouldn't make your father happy. Then for what? That you have to find out for yourself. Cheapskate. No matter what, they'll be after you now. Watch out, they aren't that easy. Someone's tailing us. Pretty obviously. Yes, ma'am! No problem. They have no idea we're tailing them. They just put their hazard lights on. It looks like they're stopping. The door is opening and a lady is getting out. What should I do? - Bye! - She's waving! Follow her. Yes ma'am! I'll follow her. Now what? See ya. Oh, no! It's already that late? That light... It can't be... An unidentified woman called "Cutie Honey"? So far, she's evenly matched against the Four Claws. I assume she is somehow related to the i-System. Interesting. Find her. Yes, Oh Great One. The report isn't credible. Dr. Kisaragi's daughter died in an accident a year ago. Yeah, that's true, but... She holds to the key to the i-System, for sure. Stick to her. Yeah, real soon. So. What's the next step? Good morning. Not morning. It's way past "good afternoon", too. Why you are sometimes here and sometimes not here? I'm really sorry. Don't say "I'm sorry". This is a company, right? Aki Natsuko, police inspector. It's definitely her. She was at the battle with Honey. They must be conspiring together. What a tactless report. No matter... If the information isn't correct, I'll just kill her. You had a rice ball yesterday. You were eating one, for sure! Kisaragi's staring at us again. She's so creepy. 'Cause she doesn't have any friends to talk to. You have a visitor. First time. Yep! Wow, Natty! Bye now. Why are you running? - You have a guilty conscience, right? - Not at all. - I have some questions I want to ask. - Well, I'm working now. Not here. Come with me. Good for you. You finally made a friend. Sorry, I only drink brewed coffee. Whoa, snobbish. Then I'll have it. Let me get to the point. I'll never never break up with you! Disgraceful. I hate crying women. Okay, I get it. Men just like young girls, right? That's all they want. Stupid! My mascara's running. You, get back to work. Don't sneak out and skip work. Stupid! Sorry... It's not good here either. This way. Oh, okay. Screw this. I should go for a new guy. Now to the point. I looked you up in our databases. Nothing came up. Who the hell are you? What about Cutie Honey? And the journalist? Where's the Panther Claw gang? Tell me everything you know! "Do anything to achieve your goals" Words to live by. Who the hell is calling now? It's me. Hayami Seiji. How did you get my number? Searching for the truth is my job. Anyway, don't be rash. They're already watching you. What do you mean? Panther Claw's already there? The door is closing. Keep your nose out of my business. I can take care of it. Sorry. Anyway, what was that? Someone you know? I thought I knew them, but maybe... I don't. Fishy. Very fishy. I'll interrogate you at the station. What the hell. She left her clothes. Natty! Now, you can not run away. You'd better hurry up and tell me what you know about Honey. Speak up. I'd like to know, too. That's a disappointment. Honey Flash! Do you want to play, darling? You part of Panther Claw? Exactly. I am the one of the Four Claws. I am Cobalt Claw. I'll take that mysterious device. Along with your neck. You killed my father. I'll never hand it over. Is she... Cutie Honey? I always get what I want. I pursue out of strong desire. That's our style. Style? You should consider others! Gotcha. What a fantastic scream. No wonder I can't stop killing people. Is this how you killed my father a year ago? Darling, do you remember what you ate a year ago? I'll never ever forgive you. That's really not hurting me at all. Oh, my! I'm not partial to heat, though. It's hot! How do you feel now? Stop it! I'm in agony! Good. You're okay. No I'm not. What's happening? - What about Honey? - It's really hot in here. We have to stop her. I need your help. Hey! "Out of Range" What can I do? Hey, you have to change back. No! If I stop now I can't avenge my father. Criminals should be arrested. Stop it! Shut up! I can't forgive them. Ouch! Honey's heart filled with anger and hate... burning Cobalt Claw to a crisp. I have no interest in the weak. To see Honey's glow, there's no doubt... Dr. Kisaragi succeeded in disassembling and reconstructing quark level materials through nano-machine technology. I cannot be completely contemptuous of this world as a human was able to invent an ideal way to grant me everlasting beauty. You smiled for the first time. Smiling... is not necessary for me. Her power is limited because her body is based on human cells. As I thought, this is Honey's only weak point. Where am I? Are you awake? Thank you. You helped me. Under the circumstances. Wow! I prefer not having any guests. Anyway, about your... I prefer not to talk about it to anyone. It was a gift from my dad. I died in an accident a year ago. But I came back to life. Thanks to the i-System my dad invented. i-System? Yeah. Imaginary Induction System. That's what this necklace is. So you mean you're a robot? An android? Really? I can't believe it. The same as a human being, right? This is a copy of the body I used to have. But I don't have any memories of my past. Even about my dad, I only remember him holding my hand. Anyway, I can always make new memories, right? The first outsider who knows Honey's identity. But it's all good. Sorry I dragged you into this. Don't worry. It's part of my job. Today I realized something for the first time. Hating people feels really scary. Loving people is just as scary. If they're both the same, I definitely prefer loving someone. So that's what Seiji was talking about. I'm going to sleep. Good night. My body has weakened more than I expected. We must hurry to get the i-System. Yes, Oh Great One. What the hell? Oh good, they're blooming! Aren't they beautiful, Natty? Keep your nose out of it. Thank you. You're not happy they bloomed? You used the i-System, right? Yep. i-System can stimulate life. But it can't create new life. So, I like living things. But it has no meaning. Flowers need to be taken care of to bloom. Sorry. If you're feeling better, could you leave now? Someone is calling "Honey" Coming through the night sky When I look back, I'm alone Always in darkness When was it We looked up at the stars together? It's okay I'm okay I knew this would happen Someone is calling "Honey" "Honey", "Honey" I've heard that voice before I'll drag them into trouble again. I shouldn't be here. Excuse me, but haven't I met you before? No, you haven't! I pressured the Government and Foreign Affairs. Following your game plan. All right. The report deadline is getting close. Maybe it's time to stop messing around? Don't sweat it. I've got it covered. In your hour of need, the Organization's not on your side. Aki Natsuko. As of tomorrow you're on the serial kidnapping case. Why? The US Government are running out of patience. They'll handle the Doctor's case. With the blame laid on me? It's your responsibility. Naturally. There's nothing else you can do. From the beginning, I don't expect much from youth. You'll get an official notice. Wait. Relinquish your weapon. "Aki Natsuko" I can't do anything with no clues. I can't solve it by myself. I should give in and ask for help. Welcome. What's this about? Don't be difficult. Have some sake. Sake? I've done some research on you. Your favorite flower is the aster. Your favorite word is "perfect". And your favorite drink is Yamaguchi Sake. You forgot one. I hate male newspaper journalists. Unfortunately, I choose to drink alone. Just like your work. Playing hard to get. I wish you'd understand a man's feelings of devotion. Good morning. What are you doing here? I called Seiji and he told me to come right over. Did I screw up? Just bad timing. I don't know what I did, but sorry. Whatever. I've decided I don't want anything to do with you. It's fate that we met again. Fate? It's the newspaper's journalist's scheme. But now that we're together... Pesky. I guess I'm talking to myself. You'd have more fun if you could enjoy your life, Natty. Since you're living anyway. Shut up! You're already drinking? And like a fish. Is she okay with alcohol? We'll see. Doesn't look good. Annoying. I told you I hate crying women. Then you should smile more. Stop it! Like this. Like this. Oh yeah. For future reference, I'll check out a man's room. Hey, Honey. Don't go in there. Ta da! Wow, you're really researching me... Something about those two. Like a fish. Like a school of fish. I can't take any more. I'll sing. Do you have karaoke? Karaoke? This is a suite room, right? You didn't set it up? Sorry. Hey, use your "Honey Flash" to start up the karaoke. Ka-ra-o-ke. The winter scenery at Tsugaru Channel Summer girl... That bikini looks so good on you It's exciting! About this time tomorrow I'll already be on the train Enough. That's enough. I'm exhausted. Honey seems to have a human heart. And she seems to have a bond with Dr. Uzuki. Perhaps the best plan is to extend an invitation to her? In the situation I'm in, I wake up in a strange man's room with a hangover. This is bad. Un-ladylike. Don't add to my monologue. I guess I'm on your wavelength. Shut up! Keep your nose out of it. See? What's up Honey? Where's Natty? Do you think Natty hates me? She's just confused. She acts strong by not getting close to others. She doesn't know how to deal with someone like you. Hmm, so what should I do? Honey is Honey. Be who you are. This one. Miss Honey Kisaragi. On this day we cordially invite the three of you to our place, "Jill Tower". Wait a sec. Where is it? The details are on the invitation. Please take note of the formal dress code for the event. Very well then. Good day to you. Three people are invited, right? That means the other person is... Here you are. Hope it helps you. I have connections after years on the force. - Remember that. - Yes. But if they find out, you could be reprimanded. The brass won't notice as long as the paperwork matches. Remember that. The true identity of the journalist. He worked really hard to get this. I'm only good at hacking. I see. Now it makes sense. Thanks to both of you. "Thanks"? First time we've heard those words. Let's remember it. I have some minor business to attend to, so let's split up. Okay. Good luck. - Bye. - See you later. I have to dress up, too! Natty! You look cute. I was expecting you. What's with your hair? You left the price tag on your dress. Is my hair that bad? I couldn't do a thing with it. Finger perm. You can use "Honey Flash". I don't cheat anymore. I should do things for myself. So be it. This way. Yes, sir! You're good, Natty. Of course. I've done my best to do things for myself. Good job. Okay. All done. Thanks. Hey, your glasses are still broken. Don't worry. - They need to be fixed. - Forget it. It's not good. Huh? There's no prescription. They're fake. Shut up! I'll fix them for you. I thought you quit "cheating"? For myself, but I'm willing to use it to help others. You look cute with glasses, but... You also look cute without them. Keep your nose out of it. Here you go. Anyway, I'll rescue Dr. Uzuki alone. Not together? Thanks, but I'll find my own way. But... Natty. Good luck. So, let's go. Sister Jill. I'll bring her neck to you this time. Gold Claw. There's no need for you to go. Please forgive me, Sister Jill! I failed to beat her the first time. But next time I will definitely win! How ugly. To end a career begging for one's life. Beyond help. Very well. We will immediately set a suitable stage for Honey's visit. It's time. My Tokyo Tower! Who is it? We've been waiting for you, Dear Honey. Panther Claw. Where is my uncle? What you seek is over there. Uncle. Uncle. Please don't worry. We've been accessing his mind directly to ask about the i-System. It can't be! His memories... We stole them. We believe people would be happier without memories. Hang on, Uncle. It's me, Honey. Uncle. That watch belonged to my dad. Uncle... Even though his memories have vanished, his love seems to remain. Of course! Even if you rob our cherished memories, or take our lives you can never steal love from anyone. Your uncle is over here with us... However, we'll be waiting for you and will not let you pass. Then I'll defeat you all! Will you be able to? I'll show you! Honey Flash! Fantastic! We'll be sure to present your glow to Sister Jill. Get ready, Panther Claw. I have to rush to help the Doctor. I won't let you go any further. I, Scarlet Claw will... take your neck. Holy cow! Fantastic view. How amazing. As befits my name, Scarlet Beam is brilliant. And powerful, as always. Go ahead and dodge it again. If you run away, I'll be forced to create another great view. It's time to get your neck. Ow ow ow! I'm having a hellacious time. You. I shall get my revenge. This is the Jill's real form. By demanding completely perfect cells, Jill's closer to vegetation. My job's done. It's against my client's wishes, but I'll use it anyway. I've been trying to find you, Black Claw. Why didn't you fight until the death? It's your turn. Kill her. Cut her head off. So unrefined. Those who don't know their own place are beyond help. Battle is The ultimate pleasure By my strength Those strong bodies will lay Only in that moment Can my desire be fulfilled Ah, ah, I am the one Ah, ah, I am the strongest warrior Black Claw has arrived I'll omit the second verse. I'm ready, Honey. Are you safe? I'll join you soon. I have to go help Dr. Uzuki right now. - Who are they'? - The women who were kidnapped. The kidnapping case was Panther Claw as well? They were Jill's energy supply. I used an anti-nano device to weaken Jill's power and release the women. Fantastic. Superb, Honey. This fight brings me great pleasure. Perhaps for the first time. Make my desire burn more and more. Ouch! Very sorry. Black Tornado! I won't let you escape. Panther Claw. Release Dr. Uzuki immediately. All right, but... under one condition. Don't do it, Natty! Natsuko! Let me continue enjoying this. The supreme pleasure of ending someone's life by my own hand. I'm running out of energy! Honey, you did well. I praise you. Daddy. Please protect me. Oh, no! My head is spinning. In this world, desire produces power. In both lightness and darkness, I've achieved total enlightenment. And combined everything in my being. Thus, I shall never lose. Farewell. Honey Boomerang! I've gotta go. I have to go save him. I'm here. Let my uncle go. He's already been released, as promised. Uncle! And now he's been substituted by... Natty! Forget me. Run away. You might be able to withstand it, but how about her? I believe the smartest idea would be to hand over the i-System to us. Don't bother. Run away. I'm not going anywhere. I have to save you. Keep your nose out of my business. Perhaps this is love, too? That's enough. Yes, Oh Great One. Welcome, Cutie Honey. You must be Sister Jill. Correct. The one of everlasting life and beauty. I am... Sister Jill. Honey, your i-System is tremendous. But how about yourself? Like me, you've obtained the power of everlasting life. However, you have not surpassed humans. Why? Because I don't need to. What a shame. If you don't wish to, so be it. I will take over that power. For it is very suitable for someone like me, who has already surpassed the human race. You may enter my realm. I haven't had feelings of jealousy and desire for a long time. I thank you for bringing those feelings back to me. Cutie Honey. Therefore, I allow you to become one with my body and the i-System, granting us everlasting life. Okay, but let her go. We'll comply. Please help her... Please save her... Stop! Stop it! Stop! Honey! Don't give up, Honey! Use the i-System and believe in Dr. Kisaragi! And your father's love! In vain. Honey has already... become one with Great Jill. She is being reborn as part of Jill's origin, the tree of life. It is incredibly beautiful. Do you have a gun? Right here. One bullet left. One is enough. Honey! I take it back. I'll fight with you. The necklace... Honey Flash! I see now, this is my dad's love. I cannot understand. I, who have rejected love as the weak point of human beings... am trying to lead you to the perfect existence... Why do you fight against me so? A comfortable feeling. Is this your heart? Not only mine. Anyone's heart that has love for someone. Love... How can I attain it? No matter what, I can't understand such a heart. Simple. First, you just love something. Thanks, dad. See you. Are you okay, Honey? Good, you're safe. That's the first time you called my name. I'm so happy. Hey, I thought you hated crying women? Great Jill spent everlasting days in boredom. Endlessly observing unchanged human folly. Dear Honey, you will live forever, too. You might come to know the same pain that my master has had. I don't think so. 'Cause I love these people and this world so much. I see. Dear Honey, please go now. I will serve... Great Jill... forever... It's over now. Not yet. What about your identity? The anti-nano device you used was meant to capture Honey, right? That's right. Watch out. His real identity is... I know it. If I remember right... You're an American NSA agent, right? You knew all along? Why? Because he said he was on my side. Thanks, Honey. Chief! Chief! You really helped me. Thanks, both of you. I'll say it once again. Thank you, Honey. Don't mention it. I didn't do anything special. You look so cute when you smile. Definitely. So what are your plans? Maybe I'll open a private eye company with Honey. How's that? Sounds great! Thank you, Honey! So let's work together. You might only get infidelity cases. But, I guess that's okay. It's a deal. Let's get to work. Let me introduce Mr. Goki. Nice to meet you. Thank you. This is Mr. Todoroki. Pleased to meet you. We decided to open a private eye company. If you need any help, don't hesitate. Honey, what are you doing? Over here. Yeah! Sato Eriko Ichikawa Mikako Murakami Jun Based on Characters By: Nagai Go Screenplay: Takahashi Rumi & Anno Hideaki Producers: Amagi Morio & Kawabata Motoo Music: Endo Mikio Assistant Directors: Onoue Katsuo & Masayuki Director of Photography: Matsushima Kousuke Art Direction: Sasaki Takashi Visual FX Producer: Oya Tetsuo SFX Director: Kamiya Makoto Action Director: Yamada Kazuyoshi Martial Arts Director: Cynthia Luster Special Makeup FX: Haraguchi Tomoo Theme Song Performed By: Koda Kumi Production: Cutie Honey Production Committee Directed By: Anno Hideaki 2003 Cutie Honey Production Committee The name and trademark "Cutie Honey" is used under permission by Dynamic Planning Inc. |
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